I have a splinter which is embedded in my eye just below my pupil. It has now worked its way completely below the surface and all attempts to remove it have failed. I am unable to get immediate medical assistance and am currently unable to close my eye without servere discomfort. Is there anyway I can remove this myself without causing thurther damage?

If you are unable to close your eye without severe discomfort and you are certain that there is a splinter in your eye you are left with little options. Organic matter (wood) can cause a higher incidence of infection in ocular injuries.

If you are unable to close your eye without severe discomfort and you are certain that there is a splinter in your eye you are left with little options. Organic matter (wood) can cause a higher incidence of infection in ocular injuries.

I have a splinter which is embedded in my eye just below my pupil. It has now worked its way completely below the surface and all attempts to remove it have failed. I am unable to get immediate medical assistance and am currently unable to close my eye without servere discomfort. Is there anyway I can remove this myself without causing thurther damage?

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